Company Secretary (CS)

CS Course Fees 2027 – Complete Cost of Becoming a Company Secretary in India

CS Course Fees 2027 – Complete Cost of Becoming a Company Secretary in India

One of the first questions students and parents ask before choosing the Company Secretary Course is:

“How much does the complete CS Course cost?”

The Company Secretary Course is comparatively affordable for a professional qualification.

For a student entering after Class 12 through CSEET, the core ICSI cost for completing CSEET, CS Executive and CS Professional is approximately ₹54,500, assuming the student clears each examination in the normal course without repeat attempts, late fees or other additional charges.

Here is the complete fee breakdown.

CS Course Fees 2027 – Quick Summary

LevelProgramme FeeExam FeeApprox. Total
CSEET₹7,500₹1,500₹9,000
CS Executive₹18,900₹3,000 for both groups₹21,900
CS Professional₹20,000₹3,600 for both groups₹23,600
Total₹46,400₹8,100₹54,500

Approximate Core ICSI Cost to Complete CS: ₹54,500

This calculation assumes one examination attempt at each stage and does not include coaching fees, repeat examination fees, late fees or optional expenses.

1. CSEET Fees

CSEET is the entry stage for most students beginning the Company Secretary Course after Class 12.

CSEET Fee Structure

ParticularsAmount
CSEET Registration Fee₹7,500
Examination Fee per Session₹1,500
Total for One Attempt₹9,000

The ₹7,500 registration fee includes the applicable Student Induction Programme (SIP) and ICSI online classes.

2. CS Executive Fees

After clearing CSEET, students register for the CS Executive Programme.

There are two common entry routes:

Through CSEET

Direct Entry for Eligible Candidates

CS Executive Fees Through CSEET

ParticularsAmount
Registration Fee₹2,000
Education Fee₹12,900
Pre-Examination Test Fee₹1,000
Three Days Orientation Programme (TDOP)₹2,500
Total Programme Fee₹18,900

CS Executive Examination Fee

CS Executive has two groups.

ParticularsAmount
Examination Fee – Group I₹1,500
Examination Fee – Group II₹1,500
Total for Both Groups₹3,000

Therefore:

CS Executive Programme + Both Group Exam Fees = ₹21,900

3. CS Executive Fees Through Direct Entry

Eligible graduates and certain other candidates can directly enter CS Executive without appearing for CSEET.

Their fee structure includes an additional CSEET Exemption Fee of ₹5,000.

ParticularsAmount
Registration Fee₹2,000
Education Fee₹12,900
Pre-Examination Test Fee₹1,000
TDOP₹2,500
CSEET Exemption Fee₹5,000
Total Programme Fee₹23,900

Adding the examination fee for both Executive groups:

₹23,900 + ₹3,000 = ₹26,900

4. CS Professional Fees

After clearing CS Executive, students progress to the CS Professional Programme.

CS Professional Fee Structure

ParticularsAmount
Education Fee₹19,000
Pre-Examination Test Fee₹1,000
Total Programme Fee₹20,000

CS Professional Examination Fees

CS Professional consists of two groups.

ParticularsAmount
Examination Fee – Group I₹1,800
Examination Fee – Group II₹1,800
Total for Both Groups₹3,600

Therefore:

CS Professional Programme + Both Group Exam Fees = ₹23,600

Total Cost of CS After Class 12

A student entering the CS Course through CSEET can understand the complete core cost as follows:

StageApproximate Cost
CSEET including one exam session₹9,000
CS Executive including both group exam fees₹21,900
CS Professional including both group exam fees₹23,600
Total₹54,500

Core Cost to Become a CS Through the CSEET Route: Approximately ₹54,500

This is a useful figure for students and parents because it includes both the principal programme fees and the normal examination fees for the three academic levels.

Total Cost of CS Through Direct Entry

Eligible graduates who directly enter CS Executive do not have to complete CSEET.

Their approximate academic cost is:

StageApproximate Cost
CS Executive through Direct Entry + both group exams₹26,900
CS Professional + both group exams₹23,600
Total₹50,500

Approximate Core Cost Through Direct Entry: ₹50,500

Are There Any Additional Costs?

Yes.

The figures above represent the core ICSI programme and examination fees based on the normal course of progression.

A student’s actual expenditure may increase because of:

  • Repeat examination attempts
  • Late examination form fees
  • Optional subscriptions
  • Coaching fees
  • Travel or accommodation
  • Additional reference books
  • Applicable training-related expenses
  • Other services requested from ICSI

Therefore, ₹54,500 should be understood as the approximate core academic cost, not necessarily every rupee a student will spend until qualification.

What Happens if You Need Another Attempt?

Examination fees are paid for each applicable examination enrolment.

Therefore, if a student appears again, additional examination fees will apply.

For this reason, clearing examinations efficiently does not only save time — it can also reduce the overall cost of completing the course.

Is Coaching Included in ICSI Fees?

No.

ICSI registration and examination fees are separate from private coaching fees.

Students may independently decide whether they require coaching based on:

  • Their academic background
  • Subject difficulty
  • Learning style
  • Need for structured preparation

Is the CS Course Expensive?

Compared with many professional and postgraduate programmes, the core institutional cost of the CS Course is relatively modest.

A student can progress through:

CSEET → CS Executive → CS Professional

with core programme and normal examination fees of approximately:

₹54,500

through the CSEET route, based on the current fee structure and one examination attempt at each stage.

The more important investment is usually the student’s time, discipline and preparation.

Jahangir Tutorials – Exclusively for the Company Secretary Course

Students looking for structured CS preparation can study with Jahangir Tutorials, an institute exclusively focused on the Company Secretary Course.

Coaching is available for:

  • CSEET
  • CS Executive
  • CS Professional

Two Modes of Learning

ModeLanguageBest Suited For
Online CS Classes100% EnglishStudents across India, particularly South India
Offline CS ClassesHinglishStudents seeking face-to-face coaching in Andheri West, Mumbai

The online lectures are professionally recorded and edited, helping students learn efficiently without unnecessary classroom interruptions.

Students can explore the courses at:

Final Thoughts on CS Course Fees 2027

The Company Secretary Course offers a professional qualification at a comparatively accessible core cost.

For a student entering after Class 12:

CSEET + CS Executive + CS Professional

works out to approximately:

₹54,500 in core ICSI programme and normal examination fees

assuming one attempt at every stage.

For eligible Direct Entry candidates, the corresponding core cost from Executive onwards is approximately ₹50,500.

Students should nevertheless check the latest ICSI fee notification before making payment because the Institute may revise its fee structure in the future.

Get in Touch with Jahangir Tutorials for Company Secretary Executive Entrance TestCS Executive and CS Professional Classes now.

FAQ‘s on CS Course Fees 2027

1. What is the total fee for the Company Secretary Course?

Based on the current fee structure, a student entering through CSEET would spend approximately ₹54,500 in core ICSI programme and examination fees, assuming one attempt at each stage.

2. What is the CSEET fee?

The CSEET registration fee is ₹7,500, while the examination fee is ₹1,500 per session, making the normal first-attempt cost approximately ₹9,000.

3. What is the CS Executive fee?

The CS Executive programme fee through CSEET is ₹18,900. Examination fees for both groups together are ₹3,000, making the normal combined cost approximately ₹21,900.

4. What is the CS Professional fee?

The CS Professional programme fee is ₹20,000. Examination fees for both groups together are ₹3,600, making the normal combined cost approximately ₹23,600.

5. Are coaching fees included in the CS Course fees?

No. ICSI programme and examination fees do not include private coaching. Jahangir Tutorials provides separate online CS classes in 100% English and offline face-to-face classes in Hinglish at Andheri West, Mumbai.

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